Perdu Temps Trail
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Perdu Temps Trail

Southeast CoastStrenuous · 10/10

Distance

7.7 km (official route)

Guide

Recommended

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A historic southeast crossing (Geneva ↔ Délices) now largely impassable since Erika/Maria—do not attempt without an organized expedition and local guidance.

Intro

Perdu Temps Trail crosses the southeast of Dominica through an area heavily impacted by Tropical Storm Erika and Hurricane Maria. Officially, it links Geneva (southeast) to Délices (east) over about 7.7 km. In its current state, this is an expedition-only route and is not recommended for travelers.

Quick facts

  • Difficulty: 10/10 (currently impassable)
  • Duration: Currently not traversable

What you’ll do

  • For now: treat this as a research / future expedition route, not a hike to attempt.
  • Follow updates and behind-the-scenes exploration content on our Instagram.
  • If you are an experienced hiker and want to join a future expedition, message us.

Key tips

  • Do not attempt this trail in its current state.
  • The trail becomes non-existent after the Perdu Temps valley (navigation + overgrowth).
  • This area is extremely remote. If something goes wrong, help may not be able to reach you quickly.
  • Route note: historically it’s recommended to start from the south (Geneva) toward Délices.

Nearby add-ons (optional)

Jack Falls: a dramatic waterfall visible from the Délices area and located along the Perdu Temps Trail route. Access depends on conditions and planning—contact @joludy.dominique if you want to explore this route.

Best time

Unknown (trail currently not recommended in its present state)

How to get there

Officially links Geneva (southeast) to Délices (east). Current access and safe start points vary—do not attempt without a planned expedition.

Safety

Do not attempt this trail in its current state. After the Perdu Temps valley the trail becomes non-existent/overgrown. This is a remote, high-risk route with limited or no rescue access.

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